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Blogs:
Can We Talk? Health questions answered 24/7.
BCBSTX Connect Team
Who can you call to answer your health questions? Ask our nurses and get answers from our 24/7 Nurseline.
November 28, 2019
Blogs:
Raising Wheels Foundation Raises Awareness and Support for Kids on Wheels
BCBSTX Connect Team
Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Texas (BCBSTX) is an event sponsor of a new community nonprofit in Central Texas, the Raising Wheels Foundation, focused on aiding families raising differently abled children to become empowered and enabled through bette...
November 27, 2019
Blogs:
Living365 : Helping Members Be Healthier
BCBSTX Connect Team
Do you have a chronic health problem like
diabetes
or
asthma
? It’s important you understand your condition. That means knowing the symptoms and learning to manage them. That’s where our Living365® program comes in. The program gives o...
November 26, 2019
Blogs:
How to Choose Health Care Coverage
BCBSTX Connect Team
This article is intended for members enrolled in an individual health insurance plan. As you prepare to buy coverage for 2020, there is some important information you can gather to help decide what plan is best for you and your family. Who Do You See...
November 22, 2019
Blogs:
An Explanation of Your Explanation of Benefits (EOB)
BCBSTX Connect Team
Get the play by play of what your health insurance EOB means and why it’s important.
November 21, 2019
Blogs:
10 Ways to Prevent Childhood Obesity
BCBSTX Connect Team
Nearly one-third of all U.S. children and teens are overweight or obese. Is your child at risk? Here 10 ways to teach healthy habits.
November 19, 2019
Blogs:
One Size Doesn’t Fit All: What Are the Best Foods for You?
BCBSTX Connect Team
Do most people need to eat the same type of diet to be healthy? Much of what we see in the media would make it seem like that’s the case. Fad diets aside, we hear a lot about eating a balanced, healthy diet in moderation. Bestselling writer Mic...
November 18, 2019
Blogs:
Talk to Your Doctor About Your Mental Health
BCBSTX Connect Team
Many people find it hard to ask for help when it comes to their mental health. That’s even true when they’re talking with their primary doctor. But failing to speak up can hurt you. If you think you’re taking care of yourself just b...
November 18, 2019
Blogs:
Drug Costs Got You Down?
BCBSTX Connect Team
There are many things to know when it comes to getting the medicine you need. How much will it cost? Is there one that will work just as well but cost less? Does it matter where I go to get my prescription filled? And these are just a few. But don&rs...
November 18, 2019
Blogs:
Enrolled for 2020? Find Out What to Expect Next
BCBSTX Connect Team
This article is intended for members enrolled in an individual health insurance plan. When you enrolled in your 2020 Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Texas (BCBSTX) health plan, you started a chain reaction.* We have been hard at work for several months...
November 18, 2019
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Substance Abuse: Signs and Risks
BCBSTX Connect Team
July 2, 2019
More than 23 million people in the U.S. struggle with drug abuse each year. And about 10% of U.S. adults have had drug use health problems some time in their lives, says the National Institutes of Health. But how do you know if your alcohol or...
621 Views
Reaching Out Can Make You Feel Better
BCBSTX Connect Team
March 20, 2019
Loneliness hurts. People often feel isolated or wish they had more friends. That feeling of being alone happens to people of all ages, even if they are busy and around people often. Studies show relationships are key for mental and physical wellbein...
1796 Views
Breast Cancer Complimentary Therapies Help Boost Treatment
BCBSTX Connect Team
October 19, 2015
Finding ways to help get women exercising as an complimentary therapy choice during – and after – breast cancer treatment can boost mood, outlook and the effectiveness of treatment.
1714 Views
Depression and Anxiety: different, yet similar
BCBSTX Connect Team
May 28, 2019
One in 5 adults in the U.S. lives with a mental health issue. You likely know people who are depressed or have anxiety. Some people have both. They are different health problems, but they share some warning signs. Like a medical sickness, hel...
3035 Views
Don't Take Chances with Colon Cancer - Schedule a Screening Now
BCBSTX Connect Team
February 26, 2019
According to the Center for Disease Control and Prevention, among cancers that affect both men and women, colorectal cancer is the second leading cause of cancer-related deaths in the United States and is the third most common cancer overall. Screening...
528 Views
Clear the Air: The Truth About E-Cigarettes, Vaping and Smoking
BCBSTX Connect Team
November 17, 2015
What’s vaping, and why is it so popular? Is it a healthier alternative to smoking? Is it a gateway to tobacco smoking for young people?
8111 Views
Colon Cancer Prevention and Resources
BCBSTX Connect Team
February 25, 2019
According to the Center for Disease Control and Prevention, the most effective way to reduce your risk of colorectal cancer is by getting screened. Normally, screening for colorectal cancer begins at the age of 50.
1209 Views
Protect your family, get a flu shot
BCBSTX Connect Team
June 13, 2019
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) recommends everyone 6 months and older should get a flu shot every year. Getting a flu shot every year is the best way to protect yourself and your family from getting the flu. The...
1495 Views
Living with Hypertension
BCBSTX Connect Team
March 13, 2019
According to the Center for Disease Control about 1 of 3 U.S. adults or about 75 million (29%) people, have high blood pressure, also known as hypertension
552 Views
Learn about Type 2 Diabetes Risk Factors
Teresa
May 31, 2019
The more you know about Type 2 diabetes, the more you will be able to take steps to prevent or delay it. If you are new to the topic, one of the first things to know is what can raise the chance of you getting the disease, called risk factors....
279 Views
It’s time to take your medicine. Or is it?
BCBSTX Connect Team
May 23, 2019
If you’ve been taking medicine for a while for health problems like allergies or high blood pressure, you may not even glance at the instructions when you get it refilled. But as time goes on, you may forget an important thing about taking meds....
322 Views
Don't Let the Seasonal Flu Get You
BCBSTX Connect Team
July 2, 2019
Getting a flu shot can help you stay healthy. The flu season starts in October and peaks between December and February. So if you haven’t already gotten your flu shot this year, don’t wait any longer. The Centers for Disease Control and ...
284 Views
Fight the Flu - One Shot at a Time
BCBSTX Connect Team
July 2, 2019
One of the best things you can do for your health is also the easiest: Get your yearly flu shot. It protects you and others in your community. Learn more. Flu immunization.
339 Views
Getting Your Parents Started with Medicare
BCBSTX Connect Team
July 19, 2019
As your parents or loved ones approach retirement or their 65th birthday they have likely started looking into their Medicare options. You probably haven’t thought much about Medicare and many people who will soon be eligible find the idea of s....
369 Views
Listeria and Pregnancy: Erin’s Story
BCBSTX Connect Team
August 7, 2015
Erin was at her own baby shower when a bite of cheese sent her life and her daughter’s health into a tailspin. Although listeriosis (the illness from ingesting Listeria) is rare, pregnant women are 20 times more likely to become infected than non...
2858 Views
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